Michelle Rivera
Western Growers, Communications Manager
E: [email protected]/P: 949.885.4778 EXT 4778 Michelle Rivera serves as the Communications Manager for Western Growers, where she is responsible for ensuring effective internal and external communications for Western Growers members, industry partners and consumers across all platforms. Michelle has more than 15 years of marketing and communications experience in various industries, including adtech, consumer products […]
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WGCIT Hosts Sakata Seed Global Academy
The Western Growers Center for Innovation and Technology (WGCIT) in Salinas hosted the Sakata Seed Global Academy on May 16 to discuss and share valuable agtech insights. WGCIT Director Dennis Donohue addressed the 16 leaders in attendance, discussing the fresh produce supply chain and Western Growers’ innovation initiatives designed to support it. Charles McGregor, General Manager of…
Carbon Robotics: 10 Billion Weeds Killed
The idea of artificial intelligence (AI) is extremely polarizing - for some, the possibilities of AI are exciting and endless; others worry about the profound effects AI could have on society, the economy and, well, humanity. Paul Mikesell, Founder and CEO of Carbon Robotics, best known for the LaserWeeder, says his company exemplifies how AI can be harnessed to make a positive…
Register Today for Western Growers University Leave Law Event on Sept. 12
Registration is open for Western Growers University’s one-day workshop covering leave law mandates and disability accommodation in the workplace. This WG Leave Law Event is a unique opportunity to build and refine human resource management skills around employee leaves laws and the employer’s duty to provide a discrimination free workplace. Participants will learn how to navigate through…
Western Growers 2024 Compensation and Benefits Survey Available for Purchase
The most comprehensive analysis of California and Arizona specialty crop compensation data is now available for purchase. The Compensation and Benefits Survey provides invaluable insights for HR professionals and executives committed to attracting and retaining top talent in their organizations. The survey includes information regarding base pay, bonuses and total compensation data for 90…
Register Today for Impact of Food Waste: Environmental and Economic Insights Webinar
Join Western Growers Science for an upcoming webinar with Dr. Zach Conrad, Assistant Professor in the departments of Health Sciences and Kinesiology at William & Mary University in Williamsburg, Va. Dr. Conrad will discuss the environmental and economic impacts of food waste, using data-driven approaches highlighted in his research. He will explore the relationship between food waste,…
CDFA Lifts Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine in Contra Costa County
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has lifted the Oriental fruit fly (OFF) quarantine in Contra Costa County. According to a press release, the declaration comes nearly 10 months after officials detected populations of the invasive pest in the area and established a quarantine encompassing parts of the cities of Brentwood and Oakley, as well as surrounding areas in parts…
USDA Offers Assistance for Small and Medium-Sized Specialty Crop Growers to Offset Food Safety Expenses
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety Certification for Specialty Crops (FSCSC) program provides financial assistance for specialty crop growers who incur eligible on-farm food safety program expenses related to obtaining or renewing a food safety certification. Growers can apply for assistance on their calendar year 2024 expenses through Jan 31, 2025. The application…
CDFA Lifts Tau Fruit Fly Quarantine in Los Angeles County
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has lifted the Tau fruit fly quarantine located in Los Angeles County, Stevenson Ranch Area, effective June 28, 2024. The Tau fruit fly was first detected in July 2023 and led to the first-ever quarantine for the pest in the Western Hemisphere, according to a press release. The quarantine areas included the city of Santa Clarita and…
Food Safety Counts
Food safety has been a top priority for Western Growers, its members, consumers and the entire food industry for decades. While our industry has made significant progress in food safety, we understand the need for constant improvement, and our efforts will continue to evolve as new challenges in our industry arise. Our goal is to ensure a safe and secure food supply and healthy crops for as long…